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Your photos at Disney World could end up at Smithsonian Institute
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History wants copies of your trips to Walt Disney World.
Don't judge a restaurant by its wait time: Omicron variant burns local eateries
The Omicron variant is making an already challenging year even harder for restaurants across the Cape Fear. Even the most successful shops in Wilmington say supply shortages, staffing issues, and price increases are burning local eateries.
Cameron Art Museum announces winter programs
The Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington is kicking off the new year with a huge list of programming for children and adults. The events include Martin Luther King holiday programming for kids, homeschooling help, painting classes, readings, yoga, and the return of Jazz@cam.
Cameron Art Museum Floating Lantern Ceremony returns Sunday
The Cameron Art Musuem's Floating Lantern Ceremony is Sunday, January 9 on the museum's grounds.
Shenandoah set to perform at Odell Williamson Auditorium
Country music megastars Shenandoah will bring 'The Every Road Tour' to Brunswick Community College's Odell Williamson Auditorium on January 15.
NC trooper, detained driver killed in Rutherford County traffic crash
Two people including a state highway patrol trooper were killed in a traffic crash Monday night.
John Madden, Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster, dies at 85
He also was the name behind the hugely popular sports video game, “Madden NFL Football.”
CFPUA announces holiday hours
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority will be closed for New Year's Eve on Friday, December 31.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots grow again
Tonight you have a chance to win more than 378 million dollars in the Powerball drawing. It has a cash value of nearly 276 million.
Military and vets don't need to 'Go It Alone' over the holidays
Coastal Horizons and the nonprofit Save A Vet Now (SAVN) are working to help veterans and military members get outpatient treatment services. SAVN has a special account to cover any co-pay or self-pay costs for treatment at its Brunswick, New Hanover, or Pender outpatient locations.
Saint Nicholas Foundation is helping Santa load his bag for kids, elderly in a record number of counties
The Saint Nicholas Foundation is spreading cheer near and far to make sure no child or elderly person is forgotten at the holidays. The foundation gives toys and gifts to more than 500 people in six states.
Candy Cane Garden Party, Winterfest celebrate holidays in Southport
The Southport Candy Cane Garden Party kicks off at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Keziah Park in downtown Southport. It features candy canes decorated by local businesses, organizations, and individuals. The event is free and includes hot chocolate and entertainment.
Orlando Jones headlines Family Promise 25th Anniversary Low Country Boil
Family Promise of the Lower Cape Fear looks to a world in which every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future. It is celebrating 25 years of providing case management, transitional housing, and emergency shelter to families in need. The 25th Anniversary Celebration Low Country Boil has a happy hour, dinner, and entertainment from comedian Orlando Jones.
2022 Azalea Festival Chefs' Showcase tickets on sale now
The 2022 North Carolina Azalea Festival has a signature event before spring arrives. The 2022 Chef's Showcase will bring together five chefs from around the state to the Hotel Ballast in January.
Special Operations soldier dies from gun accident
FORT BRAGG -- The Army Special Operations Command says a soldier has died from an accidental gunshot wound in North Carolina. The military said Tuesday that Spc. Travis D. Ezell died after being shot while at a private residence Saturday…
Duke lacrosse members legal costs
DURHAM -- Lawyers hired to defend the city of Durham in three lawsuits stemming from the 2006 Duke lacrosse case have charged the city $1.2 million. Assistant City Attorney Kim Grantham told The Herald-Sun of Durham that insurance company American…
NC Amber Alert: Endangered Child
The Alleghany Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing child: Matthew James Wood.
New Hanover County possibly redistricting again
Two new schools are expected to open in New Hanover County by the next school year. With new schools comes the possibility of new lines being drawn to redistrict the county.
Time running out for Tdap vaccine
Time is running out for sixth graders who have not received their Tdap vaccine. The Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis vaccine is mandatory in North Carolina.
Training Center to reopen after repairs
OCONALUFTEE, N.C. -- A training center for troubled youth will reopen under the control of the U.S. Forest Service after being closed because of poor building conditions last year. The Asheville Citizen-Times reported Tuesday that the Oconaluftee Job Corps Center…
Western NC gas stations still running empty
ASHEVILLE -- Fights broke out between motorists waiting in long lines for fuel at an Asheville station and managers called police for help. The Asheville Citizen-Times reported that three fights occurred Monday at Roadrunner Shell. Station manager Marsha Messer directed…
Police say 12-year-old boy shot by booby trap
LUMBERTON -- Authorities say a 12-year-old boy is recovering from a gunshot wound he sustained from a booby trap in an unoccupied house. Robeson County Sheriff Ken Sealey said Josh Harold Locklear of Lumberton was shot in the side Sunday…
NC parks offer programs for kids out week
RALEIGH -- North Carolina's state parks are offering activities ranging from an owl prowl to surf fishing so adults can take part in Take A Child Outside Week, which runs through Sept. 24-30. The park service said it has more…